GANDHINAGAR

In 1960, when the old Mumbai State was bifurcated into the present States of
Maharashtra and Gujarat, Mumbai city fell to the share of Maharastra. It was then decided
to build and entirely new capital for Gujarat. Gandhinagar, Gujarat's new capital city,
rises on the west bank of the Sabarmati river, about 32 kms. north east of Ahmedabad, the
commercial and cultural heart of Gujarat. Gandhinagar presents the spacious, well-organized
look of an architecturally integrated city. Around the Central Government compels, stretch
30 sectors into which the city has been divided. Each sector has its own shopping and
community center, primary school, health center, Government and private housing. Apart
from which there is a generous provision for wide open green parks, extensive planting and
a large recreational area along the river giving the city a lush green garden-city
atmosphere.

Places Of
Interest

Akshardham :

The most famous temple of "Swaminarayan sect" the
richest sect in the world. The temple is built by pink stones with beautiful carvings. It
is surrounded by lush green gardens and admirable fountains.

How To Get There
:

Air : Nearest Airport is Ahmedabad .

Rail : Nearest Railway Stations are Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad.

Road : State transport buses connects various centers of Gujarat. It is
situated 32 kms. north east of Ahmedabad.